He was born June 27, 1939, in Elliott County, Kentucky, a son of the late Arvil and Maranda Maggard Ison.

Ira was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed playing bluegrass music, fishing and spending time with family and friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two grandchildren, Shannah Ison and Marisha Ison, two brothers, Will Ison and Ray Ison and one sister, Iona Ison.

Ira is survived by three sons, Lawrence Ison (Margaret) of Grayson, Kentucky, Lonnie Ison of Elliott County, Kentucky and Lance Ison (Cecelia) of Canton, Georgia; one daughter, Billie Mullins (Rodney) of Grayson, Kentucky; four grandchildren; two brothers, Leene Ison and Matthew Ison (Charlotte) all of Elliott County, Kentucky; and one sister , Elaine Hill of Maysville, Kentucky. He also leaves many other family members and friends who will sadly miss him.

At the family’s request there will not be any visitation or services.

Globe Funeral Chapel, 17277 West US 60, Olive Hill, Kentucky 41164 will be taking care of all arrangements.